Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi Living vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside and is 22cm wider inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 250kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living weighs 250kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 22cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi Living | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 1250kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1850mm |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi Living, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi Living if...
- you want one that is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 22cm wider inside
A Maxi4-based trailer with a built-in living area for competitors who need to stay over at shows without buying a motorised horsebox. It suits riders who already tow with a 4x4 capable of the higher gross weight.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is 250kg lighter empty
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside and is 22cm wider inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 250kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is a 4-horse trailer built on the Maxi4 chassis with living accommodation; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. It is 250kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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